1 Apr 2021
GBA and LRRK2: What two key genes mean for Parkinson’s
For many people who develop Parkinson’s disease, some of the risk may be written in their genes. But so too may be...Read More
19 Mar 2021
New uses for existing medications provide hope for Parkinson’s disease breakthroughs
Drug repurposing program seeks to find treatments that slow or stop Parkinson’s progression and serve as a roadmap for similar initiatives in...Read More
2 Feb 2021
Bile acids may play previously unknown role in Parkinson’s
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Feb. 2, 2021) — What does bile acid production in the digestive tract have to do with Parkinson’s disease?...Read More
15 Jan 2021
Graduate student spotlight: Exploring genetic risk in Parkinson’s
Throughout the year, we highlight Van Andel Institute Graduate School’s doctoral students. This month, we’re featuring Alix Booms, a student in the lab of...Read More
5 Jan 2021
Exploring the link between Parkinson’s and the brain’s emotional center
Last year, Van Andel Institute assistant professor Hong-yuan Chu, Ph.D., was awarded a 2020 NARSAD Young Investigator grant by the Brain &...Read More
17 Dec 2020
Graduate student spotlight: Pursuing science and medicine to help build a healthier future
Throughout the year, we highlight Van Andel Institute Graduate School’s doctoral students. This month features Dylan Dues, an M.D./Ph.D. student in the lab of Dr. Darren...Read More
27 Oct 2020
Meet the scientist behind the science: Dr. Michael Henderson
For VAI Assistant Professor Dr. Michael Henderson, studying the brain and unraveling its mysteries is a final frontier of sorts, one that...Read More
22 Oct 2020
COVID-19 infection may be part of a ‘perfect storm’ for Parkinson’s disease
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Oct. 22, 2020) — Can COVID-19 infection increase the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease? That’s the question posed by...Read More
15 Oct 2020
Graduate student spotlight: Understanding genetic risk in Parkinson’s
Throughout the year, we highlight Van Andel Institute Graduate School’s doctoral students. This month features Jordan Prahl, a student in the lab of Dr. Gerry...Read More
25 Sep 2020
2020 Tom Isaacs Award honors leading Parkinson’s expert
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Sept. 25, 2020) — Van Andel Institute and The Cure Parkinson’s Trust are thrilled to announce Caroline Tanner, M.D., Ph.D.,...Read More